Lyndie Walker, MT-BC, is the Owner and a Board-Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. She received a double Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance and Music Therapy from the University of Minnesota. Lyndie works as both a music therapist and adaptive lesson teacher with groups and individuals of all ages with developmental disorders, behavior disorders, cognitive delays, and Down syndrome.
Lyndie also collaborates with educators in the public school systems to provide opportunities for exposure to musical experiences in early childhood special education and mental health classrooms through direct service and professional development. As an avid supporter of neurodiversity and self-advocates, she hosts Sensory Friendly Concerts with the Minnesota Orchestra, and is the director of "Art for All" an inclusive arts camp in partnership with the Autism Society of Minnesota.
Bridget DiLaura is the Director of Programming for the Toneworks Community Enrichment Program. She attended Winona State University for her undergrad in special education receiving licenses in Learning Disabilities and Developmental Disabilities. She then attended Concordia St. Paul and received her Master's Degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Autism Spectrum Disorders. She worked as a middle school special education teacher since 2014 before joining our team here at Toneworks in the summer of 2023.
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When not at Toneworks, Bridget enjoys spending time with her family. She loves to play Yahtzee with her husband and chase around her toddler. She also is an avid reader and belongs to a book club she started with her friends
Alexa Rosenbaum, MT-BC, is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. Alexa graduated from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where she received a B.M. in Music Therapy. Alexa has experience working with groups and individuals of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, speech disorders, and sensory processing disorders. In addition to her work in schools and with individual clients Alexa provides services for many of Toneworks’ collaborations with the Autism Society of Minnesota.
Outside of Toneworks Alexa enjoys making music with others as a member of the VocalEssence Chorus. In her free time she loves binge watching TV shows, listening to true crime podcasts, doing karaoke and finding the best ice cream shops wherever she goes. Alexa is passionate about using music to make connections with others and has been a part of the Toneworks team since she began her internship in 2015.
Lacey Reimnitz, MA, MT-BC is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. Lacey holds a Master of Arts degree in Music Therapy from the University of Minnesota. She also holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Music, Human Services, and Criminal Justice with specializations in Psychology and Communications from Dakota Wesleyan University. Her primary instrument is piano; however, she has studied guitar, violin, voice, percussion, and saxophone in various private studios.
Lacey also serves as a therapeutic recreation director and music therapist for individuals in long term and transitional care. Outside of work, you can find her paddle boarding on the lake, skiing, playing volleyball, or searching for live music within the community!
Maureen Korthals, MT-BC, is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy, LLC. She holds a degree in Theater from the College of Saint Benedict, and a degree in Music Therapy from Augsburg College, now University. While at Augsburg, she studied voice. Maureen works as a music therapist and has experience working with groups and individuals of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, behavior disorders, cerebral palsy, and Down Syndrome.
When she's not seeing clients, Maureen is spending time with her husband and raising two small kiddos. Maureen loves dance, and has many years experience teaching individuals and groups of all ages and abilities.
Lauren Shibley, MT-BC, is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. She received a double Bachelor’s degree in Music and in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Minnesota. She has completed her Master’s in Music Therapy from the University of Minnesota and is working towards completing her Master’s thesis. Lauren works as both a music therapist and adaptive lesson teacher and has experience with groups and individuals of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavior disorders, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, developmental disorders, Williams syndrome and various rare genetic disorders.
Outside of Toneworks, Lauren enjoys wheel throwing pottery and spending as much time as possible outdoors hiking, kayaking, snowboarding, and camping when the Minnesota weather allows it. You will often find her accompanied by her dog, Gus.
Abby Farmer, is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from Colorado State University. Abby has experience working with individuals of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease and a wide range of other developmental, behavioral, and emotional needs. Abby also has experience practicing medical music therapy with infants, children, and adults at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Abby is passionate about music therapy and about helping her clients gain the skills and confidence needed to support their success in all aspects of life. Her biggest focus is helping her clients to grow and reach their goals with evidence based music therapy practice. In addition to music therapy sessions, Abby offers adapted lessons for piano, guitar, ukulele, and voice. Abby is thrilled to be a part of the Toneworks team and to support her clients in any way she can!
Bailey Blatchley, M.M., MT-BC is a Board-Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy, LLC. She holds a Master’s in Music from Colorado State University and a Bachelor’s in General Music–Vocal Emphasis from University of Northwestern–St Paul. Prior to joining the Toneworks team, she worked as the Activities Coordinator for memory care residents at a local senior living facility. She has experience working with older adults and young children and enjoys providing both individual and group music therapy sessions as well as adaptive lessons for people of all ages and diagnoses.
When not doing music therapy, Bailey enjoys reading a good book, spending time with her kids, and losing to her husband at strategy board games.
Brianna Rice, MA, MT-BC is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. She completed her Master of Arts degree in Music Therapy at the University of Minnesota. She also has a double Bachelor of Arts degree in music and psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She has experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental health conditions such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Substance Use Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, and Anxiety, however she enjoys working with individuals of all ages who have a variety of diagnoses and disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, and those who are in hospice. In addition to music therapy services, Brianna also offers adapted lessons for piano, guitar, and ukulele. She is passionate about finding ways to best support her clients so they can achieve their goals and build confidence in ways that work for them.
In her down time, Brianna enjoys doing puzzles, spending time outside, and trying new recipes. She loves to watch movies and TV shows that are recommended to her both from friends and service users..
Jordyn Templeton is the adaptive yoga teacher at Toneworks. She is a 500 hour advanced yoga teacher who received her first yoga teacher certification in 2019. She also has her Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Spanish. Jordyn teaches adaptive yoga classes to and has extensive experiences with individuals who are autistic, physically disabled or have mobility differences, have behavior disorders or down syndrome, and other developmental disorders. She is passionate about using yoga as a way to build self regulation skills, co-regulating with others, find joy in movement, build body awareness skills and confidence in the self. In her classes we will practice breathwork, mindfulness, and yoga based movements. Jordyn is committed to creating an inclusive environment in her yoga spaces for all individuals regardless of support needs, physical ability, or behavior challenges.
Outside of work Jordyn enjoys talking about and listening to Taylor Swift, practicing handstands, working at Camp Hand in Hand with the Autism Society of MN, going on walks outside, and spending time with her friends and family.
Grace Gonzalez, MT-BC is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. She completed her Bachelor of music degree in Music Therapy, and her minor in Developmental Psychology at the University of Minnesota. She has experience working with groups and individuals of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, rare genetic disorders, mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia and a wide range of other developmental, behavioral, and emotional needs. In addition to music therapy services, Grace also offers adapted lessons for piano, guitar, and ukulele. She is passionate about finding ways to best support her clients so they can achieve their goals and build confidence in ways that work for them.
In her down time, Grace enjoys working out, traveling, going to concerts, hiking, and watching TV shows/movies. She is passionate about making connections with her clients and their family members in order to better their quality life in any way that she can!.
Dayna Nelson is our education and enrichment director. In 2016, Dayna graduated with a BA in Psychology with an emphasis on Family Social Sciences at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities.
When not at Toneworks, Dayna is often making mixed media art whenever she gets a chance. In her free time, she loves to speand time with her two cats, thrift with love ones, play Dungeons and Dragons, and go to as many concerts she can in a month! .
Abby Duncan is a board-certified music therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy Services, LLC. She completed her music therapy degree at the University of Minnesota. She has experience working with neurodiverse individuals of all ages. Abby loves crafting joyful music experiences.
Off the clock, Abby can usually be found thrifting, watching movies, or catching up with friends
Bryan Haggerty Bryan is a Board Certified Music Therapist at the Toneworks Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC). He earned his B.M. in Music Therapy at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. After completing his internship working with kids and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Minneapolis Public Schools, he started a job at a private practice in Massachusetts working again primarily with children and adults with disabilities in a variety of settings including schools, adult day programs, and community partnerships. At TLC, Bryan works to create opportunities for peer engagement, client autonomy, and community building.
While not at work, Bryan enjoys hiking, biking, checking out new cities or restaurants, and writing music.
Haley Erickson, CRTS Haley is a Board Certified Recreation Therapist at the Toneworks Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC). She earned his B.A. in Recreation Therapy at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. At TLC, Haley works to create opportunities for peer engagement, client autonomy, and community building.
While not at work, Haley enjoys spending time with her dog, checking out new cities or restaurants, and hanging with friends.
Lauren Holtz (Lolo) Lauren Holtz (or Lolo), MT-BC, is a Board Certified Music Therapist at Toneworks Music Therapy LLC. She received her bachelors degree in Music Therapy from Wartburg College. Lauren works with individual clients, schools, and at the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC).
Outside of Toneworks, Lauren loves spending time outdoors, reading, and being with her family. .
Dante Colmenares Dante, MT, is a Music Therapist at Toneworks MN. They received her bachelors degree in Music Therapy from the University of MN-Twin Cities. Dante works with individual clients, schools, and enrichment programming at the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC).
Outside of Toneworks, Dante enjoys volleyball, cleaning, cooking, and housework.
Hanna Peterson Hanna, MT, is a Music Therapist at Toneworks MN. She received her bachelors degree in Music Therapy from the Warburg College. Hanna works with individual clients, groups, and community based programming.
Outside of Toneworks, Hanna enjoys life!